Customs Entry & Tariff Classification Flashcards

Which GRI (General Rule of Interpretation) is applied when goods are prima facie classifiable under two or more headings?

Answer: GRI 3

GRI 3 applies when goods are classifiable under two or more headings, providing three sub-rules to resolve the conflict.

In CargoWise, which field on the customs entry determines whether the entry is a formal or informal entry type?

Answer: Entry Class

The Entry Class field in CargoWise designates the entry as formal, informal, or another US CBP-recognized entry type.

Under the US HTS, what does the 'Statistical Suffix' (digits 9-10) primarily serve?

Answer: Census Bureau statistical reporting

The statistical suffix (positions 9-10) is used solely for Census Bureau trade statistics and does not affect duty rates.

Which CBP entry type code is used for a Section 321 de minimis shipment filed electronically via ACE?

Answer: Type 86

CBP Entry Type 86 is the test program entry type for Section 321 de minimis shipments up to $800 filed through ACE.

When classifying a multi-function machine under the HTS, GRI 3(b) directs classification according to the component that gives the article its:

Answer: Essential character

GRI 3(b) states that mixtures and composite goods shall be classified as if consisting of the material that gives the good its essential character.

A binding ruling request for HTS classification is submitted to CBP via which mechanism?

Answer: CROSS (Customs Rulings Online Search System) submission

Importers submit binding ruling requests through CROSS, and CBP issues legally binding classification decisions via that system.

In CargoWise, which document type is generated automatically when a customs entry is 'sent' to CBP via ABI?

Answer: Entry Summary (CBP-7501)

When an entry is transmitted through ABI in CargoWise, the system produces the Entry Summary (CBP Form 7501) as the primary filing document.